TOC-Plumbing Contracting Services

This contract involves providing as-needed mechanical contracting services specifically related to plumbing systems at the University of South Carolina's Sumter campus. The scope encompasses a broad range of plumbing-related work, including water supply and distribution, drainage, waste and sewer lines, plumbing fixtures, internal roof drainage, hot water systems, valves, tanks, back-flow preventers, sump pumps, sewage ejectors, and other components associated with building plumbing systems within South Carolina. Contractors interested in submitting proposals must hold a South Carolina Mechanical Contracting license with PB subclassifications, ensuring they meet the licensing requirements throughout the contract duration. The contract is structured as a task order agreement with a potential value ranging from $500,000 to $2,000,000 over an initial three-year period, with options for two additional one-year extensions, and a maximum expenditure of $4 million. The solicitation process is conducted electronically through the University of South Carolina’s online Supplier Portal, which has been in place since March 2021. Prospective contractors are required to register on the portal prior to submitting their bids or proposals, with detailed instructions provided for registration, electronic submission, and support resources. The contract aims to facilitate flexible, on-demand plumbing services, with task orders typically ranging from $90,000 to $350,000. Successful bidders will need to provide performance and payment bonds for each task order, and the contract emphasizes compliance with licensing, bonding, and submission procedures. The solicitation was officially posted on October 7, 2025, with a response deadline of October 29, 2025, and was approved by the university’s project management team.